AND LIVER - - DIET IN GASTRO INTESTINAL AND LIVER DISORDERS Carbohydrate Carbohydrate intake should be around - % of total calories. Whole wheat and millets are preferred than refined foods for the patients. The insoluble fibre present in whole grains, pulses, fruits and vegetables help in increasing the intestinal bulk. Fat Adequate fat is given for the patient.
Fats are calorie dense and therefore must be included to meet the energy needs. Fat intake of - % of total calories can be recommended. Fat containing foods such as bacon, meat, butter, ghee, cream etc must be included in the diet as the fatty acids present in them stimulate mucosal movements. Fibre A high fibre diet which includes both soluble and insoluble fibres is recommended for the patients.
Fibre requirement for adult women is 25g per day, for adult men is 38g and for children, it is approximately to g daily. Bran and powdered fibre commercial supplements may be helpful for people who do not consume enough fibre in the diet. Fluid High fluid foods may help in constipation. Tea and coffee should be taken in moderation.
Clear soups or cream soups are nourishing and provide good amount of electrolytes and water. EXERCISE WHEN YOU ARE CONSTIPATED Constipation is common in adolescents. Insufficient physical activity and sedentary lifestyle are positively associated with constipation. Awareness on increasing physical activity and reduction in sedentary lifestyle may help to relieve constipation in adolescents.
Exercise stimulates the contractions of muscle in the large intestines thereby relieving the constipation. Categorize the following foods into prebiotics and probiotics Activity : Food stuffs Prebiotics Probiotics Whole grains Curd/Yoghurt Legumes Fermented vegetables Fruits & vegetables Foods to be included and avoided for Constipation Foods to be included Foods to be avoided Whole wheat, maize and millets Refined foods, pastas, maida, semolina, baked products, pizza and biscuits Pulses such as rajma, whole green gram Deep fried foods Green leafy vegetables, peas, beans Pureed vegetables and fruits Guavas, pomegranate, apples, cherries, pear and peaches Clear soups, juices HOME REMEDIES For Constipation Prune juice is